Tuesday, April 22nd to Friday, April 23rd

This week in math, we began exploring the concept of area. We began by measuring the area of a variety shapes using non-standard units. Then, we discussed the challenges that can arise when measuring area using non-standard units and why standard units are helpful. How can we compare the size of two items when we use non-standard units? Next, we calculated the areas of given shapes using standard units. The students were then challenged to create a different shapes with the same area and different criteria. Finally, we began exploring how to determine the area of rectangles and how our understanding of multiplication and factors can support this learning.

Learning Outcomes:

I can measure area with non-standard units by tiling.

I can measure area with standard units by tiling with square centimetres.

I can model the area of various rectangles as two dimensional arrays.

I can determine the area of a rectangle using multiplication.

I can solve problems involving the area of rectangles.

Questions to discuss with your child:

What is area?

What non-standard units of measurement did you use to find the area of shapes around the room?

What standard unit of measurement did you use to find the area of shapes drawn in your journal?

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